Bicycle Helmets

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for an Agency Specific Term Contract to procure bicycle helmets for various organizations across the state. The solicitation seeks bids for multiple models and sizes of bicycle helmets, including youth/toddler sizes, with delivery to multiple locations. The contract term is for three years, with the option to extend. Vendors must provide descriptive literature, certifications, and other pertinent data for the offered products. Bids are due on June 14, 2024, and the contract will be awarded to the responsive bidder offering the lowest price that meets the specifications.

The solicitation includes a 10% Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program goal, requiring vendors to utilize diverse firms. There are no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the available budget range is not specified. The successful vendor will be required to provide the bicycle helmets to the specified locations throughout North Carolina at the agreed-upon pricing terms, which include Free-On-Board (FOB) Destination delivery with all transportation costs included.